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Keyano peeves 14 Feb 2009 (Ask HJ)
I have a 53-reg Audi TT 3.2 DSG. Last night when I arrived back at home from work and parked up, my TT would not lock with the central locking on my usual... -
Can I park my car on the road with no MoT? 22 Mar 2024 (Ask HJ)
My car is having running problems and has been parked on the road until I found the time to fix it. While it’s been parked up it has been taxed and insured,... -
What's the best vehicle for towing a horse box? 17 Apr 2023 (Ask HJ)
I need your advice for the most suitable towing vehicle for a horse box (with two horses). I need something that will be able to tow 3000kg to 3500kg.... -
Are there any problems with the Ford Fiesta EcoBoost? 3 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
Are there any reports of failures/problems with the Ford Fiesta EcoBoost 'wet' cam belt? Any concerns regarding the claimed 150,000-miles or 10 year life... -
My car doesn't have a CD player, how can I play music in it? 14 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
Is there a way for me to play CDs in my new MINI? -
Will a manufacturer-fitted tow bar count as a modification? 29 Oct 2021 (Ask HJ)
I have just ordered a new Toyota Yaris Cross for expected delivery early next year. We have ordered a factory fit tow bar/tow ball kit in order to carry... -
How long can I expect a hybrid car to last for? 31 Jan 2020 (Ask HJ)
I have a 2014 Toyota Auris Hybrid. When can I expect to start having expensive repairs such as a replacement battery? -
Should I get a SEAT Ateca FR or a Volkswagen Tiguan? 28 Oct 2017 (Ask HJ)
I'm interested in either a SEAT Ateca FR or Volkswagen Tiguan SE Nav, both with the 1.4 TSI 150PS engine. I plan on keeping the car for seven or eight... -
MoT failure over suspension 24 Oct 2016 (Ask HJ)
I'm thinking of buying a used Audi A5; however, DVLA records show that the car failed a recent MoT due to: -Nearside front Front suspension has excessive... -
Need a used car to tow a caravan 31 May 2016 (Ask HJ)
I need to replace my 11 year old Audi A4 2.0 diesel, which has given excellent service. I want a good driver's car that is compact and not an SUV. The... -
Suggestions for a new small and tough car? 24 Apr 2015 (Ask HJ)
My wife drives a 2008 Ford Fiesta 1.2 petrol. She starts a new job soon and wants to replace it with something more powerful to cope with rural hills.... -
Faulty used car - can I demand a refund after 18 months? 1 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
I bought a 1995 Audi A4 18 months ago and it has been plagued with problems. The garage where I brought car did extensive repairs two weeks after I bought... -
Used car needs £12k repairs – can I reject it? 26 Mar 2014 (Ask HJ)
I recently bought a used Audi RS6 from a dealer. Three months after purchase, I had it serviced and checked over by a local garage, who tell me it needs... -
Is the BMW N47 engine prone to timing chain failure? 3 Oct 2013 (Ask HJ)
I am looking at buying a high mileage 2010 BMW 320d touring E91 with N47 engine. Is this a good car to buy? I’m a bit concerned as the internet seems to... -
Used car warranty - what does it cover? 17 Dec 2012 (Ask HJ)
I recently purchased a 2006 Audi A4 Avant quattro £8500. It was 34 days ago, and as of two days ago, the DPF light has come on and won't go off. And now... -
Running-in - how's it done? 29 Jul 2012 (Ask HJ)
In September I will take delivery of a new Audi A6 3.0-litre Diesel Multitronic. The car has been already manufactured and is on its way, very slowly,... -
Which automatic car with a comfortable ride to replace my Vauxhall Omega? 16 Sep 2010 (Ask HJ)
I'm looking for a car of up to one year old, automatic, of a similar size to my 10-year-old Vauxhall Omega or bit smaller, with a soft ride, quite good... -
What's the best used EV for around £12,000? 18 Oct 2023 (Ask HJ)
As a family we have an Audi Q4 (my wife’s work car) and a Land Rover Discovery Sport (now 6 years old). I would love to be completely EV, but the 3+ long... -
Can you recommend an SUV or estate car that can carry ladders? 10 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
My 2014 2.0-litre diesel auto BMW 5 Series falls foul of the clean air zone (CAZ) requirements. It's been my third 5 Series, used for my work as a surveyor.... -
Is clutch failure covered by the Consumer Rights Act? 28 Jun 2022 (Ask HJ)
My son bought a 2015 Ford Fiesta ST180 in March 2022, paying £11,000. He purchased it from our local main dealer. He was driving home one evening and...

